23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Drone/Aerial
Side by side

At the center of the composition is a lone tree, its golden autumn foliage shining between shades of blue and green. To the right of the tree is a saline lake, its dried-up bed shimmering in deep blue tones, its veined patterns adding a special texture to the landscape. To the left is a green fish pond, its vibrant hues creating a sharp contrast with the saline lake. The dividing path on which the tree stands harmoniously connects the two different worlds, capturing the duality and beauty of nature.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 11.2024
Date Uploaded: 12.2025
Photo Location: Hungary
Camera: L2D-20c
Copyright: © Timea Ambrus